From Constantinople To The Home Of Omar Khayyam: Travels In Transcaucasia And Northern Persia For Historic And Literary Research

By A.V. Williams Jackson

Book Overview

From Constantinople to the Home of Omar Khayyam is a travelogue written by A. V. Williams Jackson. The book is a detailed account of the author's travels through Transcaucasia and Northern Persia in the late 19th century. Jackson's aim was to conduct research on the history and literature of the region, and he provides a wealth of information on the cultures, traditions, and people he encountered along the way. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the architecture of ancient cities, the customs of nomadic tribes, and the poetry of Persian scholars like Omar Khayyam. Jackson's writing is both informative and engaging, and he provides vivid descriptions of the landscapes and people he encounters. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and culture of the region, as well as for those who enjoy travel writing and adventure stories.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1428625712
• ISBN13: 9781428625716
• Release Date: June 2006
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 516 Pages
• Weight: 1.65 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"